In early September, I started preparing Jayden’s wishlist to ensure that his presents were bought and wrapped in advance to avoid the hectic last minute.
So I made a list.
And it was hard at first because he hadn’t asked for anything and was content with what he had. So I began to add items based on his interests.
Since quite a few people contribute to Jayden’s gifts, I found myself adding things just to add them… so everyone could equally contribute (they are happy to) and then I found myself deleting away. It was just too much.
I started to feel guilty… as I always do when it comes to having MORE.
And then I got to thinking about the kids who receive so much less and than the kids who receive so much more. I started thinking back to my childhood and became a little selfish because I am not a child of MORE.
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When Ethan was little, I always felt guilty about the amount of presents he received under the tree. After Addison came along, I began feeling less guilty. I do not purchase toys, games or anything of that nature for my children throughout the year– only for their birthday, Easter or Christmas. It is the one time of year I enjoy going all out for my children and so I do. Plus… I spend almost nothing on the holiday’s, as I shop all year ’round and snag up some pretty awesome deals.
I went through something similar last night. I went to wrap all the presents and realized I bought too much and felt awful. I grew up with maybe 3-4 present under the tree, nothing expensive and appreciated every gift. And then last night I looked at the piles and realized each kid has a dozen presents or so … I felt sick to my stomach. They’re good kids, but they’re too spoiled.